Harbor Freight Tools 1 Horsepower Wood Shaper User manual

Brand: Harbor Freight Tools

Model: 1 Horsepower Wood Shaper

Category: Power tools

Type: User manual

Harbor Freight Tools 1 Horsepower Wood Shaper is a powerful and versatile tool that can be used for a wide variety of woodworking projects. With its 1 horsepower motor, it can easily handle even the toughest cuts. The shaper router also features a number of safety features, such as a keyed washer and spindle nut to prevent the cutter from coming loose, and an overhead guard to protect your hands from the rotating cutter.

Some of the possible use cases for the Harbor Freight Tools 1 Horsepower Wood Shaper include:

Cutting moldings and trim
Shaping edges of boards
Creating decorative cuts

Some of the possible use cases for the Harbor Freight Tools 1 Horsepower Wood Shaper include:

Cutting moldings and trim
Shaping edges of boards
Creating decorative cuts

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REV 14l

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,

operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the

back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).

Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.

When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact

and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,

please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.

2007 by Harbor Freight Tools

No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in

any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing

improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.

Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

Read this material before using this product.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

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Table of Contents

Safety ......................................................... 2

Specifications ............................................. 7

Setup .......................................................... 7

Operation ................................................... 15

Maintenance .............................................. 19

Parts List and Diagrams ............................ 21

Warranty .................................................... 24

WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential

personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that

follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in minor or moderate injury.

Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

General Tool Safety Warnings

Read all safety warnings and instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.

2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND

WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to

see that keys and adjusting wrenches are

removed from tool before turning it on.

3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

4. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.

Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations,

or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.

5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should

be kept safe distance from work area.

6. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks,

master switches, or by removing starter keys.

7. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better

and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment

to do a job for which it was not designed.

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Table A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE

FOR EXTENSION CORDS

(120 VOLT)

NAMEPLATE

AMPERES

(at full load)

EXTENSION CORD

LENGTH

25′ 50′ 100′ 150′

0 – 6 18 16 16 14

6.1 – 10 18 16 14 12

10.1 – 12 16 16 14 12

12.1 – 16 14 12 Do not use.

9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your

extension cord is in good condition. When using

an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy

enough to carry the current your product will draw.

An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage

resulting in loss of power and overheating.

Table A shows the correct size to use depending

on cord length and nameplate ampere rating.

If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.

The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear

loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets,

or other jewelry which may get caught in moving

parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.

Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use

face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.

Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant

lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to

hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your

hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

13. DON’T OVERREACH.

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep

tools sharp and clean for best and safest

performance. Follow instructions for

lubricating and changing accessories.

15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;

when changing accessories, such as

blades, bits, cutters, and the like.

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL

STARTING. Make sure switch is in

off position before plugging in.

17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

Consult the owner’s manual for recommended

accessories. The use of improper accessories

may cause risk of injury to persons.

18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.

Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or

if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use

of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged

should be carefully checked to determine that

it will operate properly and perform its intended

function – check for alignment of moving parts,

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,

mounting, and any other conditions that may

affect its operation. A guard or other part that is

damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

20. DIRECTION OF FEED.

Feed work into a blade or cutter against the

direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.

21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.

TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool

until it comes to a complete stop.

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Grounding Instructions

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT

GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:

110-120 VAC Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs

1. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,

grounding provides a path of least resistance for

electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.

This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an

equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding

plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching

outlet that is properly installed and grounded in

accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

2. Do not modify the plug provided – if it will

not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet

installed by a qualified electrician.

3. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding

conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

The conductor with insulation having an outer

surface that is green with or without yellow

stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor.

If repair or replacement of the electric cord or

plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-

grounding conductor to a live terminal.

4. Check with a qualified electrician or service

personnel if the grounding instructions are

not completely understood, or if in doubt as

to whether the tool is properly grounded.

5. Use only 3-wire extension cords that

have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole

receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.

6. Repair or replace damaged or

worn cord immediately.

Grounding

125 VAC 3-Prong Plug and Outlet

(for up to 125 VAC and up to 15 A)

7. This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has

an outlet that looks like the one illustrated above in

125 VAC 3-Prong Plug and Outlet. The tool has

a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated

above in 125 VAC 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.

8. The outlet must be properly installed and grounded

in accordance with all codes and ordinances.

9. Do not use an adapter to connect

this tool to a different outlet.

Shaper Router Safety Warnings

For Your Own Safety Read Instruction

Manual Before Operating Shaper Router

1. Wear eye protection.

2. Be sure keyed washer is directly under

spindle nut and spindle nut is tight.

3. Feed workpiece against rotation of cutter.

4. Do not use awkward hand positions.

5. Keep fingers away from revolving cutter

– use fixtures when necessary.

6. Use overhead guard when adjustable

fence is not in place.

7. Construct an appropriate Push Stick out of wood

according to the guidelines on the following page.

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Essential Straight Push-stick

Features and Functions

Note: Straight style (traditional) stick shown. A different stick

design may be used if it properly protects against all hazards.

Diagram not to scale.

• Push sticks must be made from sturdy, defect-free,

plywood or normal wood to prevent unexpected

breakage. Material must be at least 1/4″ thick,

but no thicker than the finished wood.

• Inspect push stick before use and do not use

a damaged or deteriorated push stick.

• Push stick dimensions will vary depending

on the application and user.

Handle Notch

• Must be far

enough down

the stick to allow

a comfortable

and firm grip.

• Must be deep

enough to prevent

hand from slipping

down the stick.

• Do not cut more than

halfway into the stick

to prevent weakening.

• Corners may

be rounded to

increase comfort.

Stick Length

• Must be long enough

to keep hand

clear of blade.

• At least 6″ from end

of handle to closest

part of notch.

Notch

• Must be right (90°) angle, cut at 30°-40° from the angle

of the stick to keep hands out of the line of the blade.

• The lower lip of the notch must be no

longer than the workpiece is thick.

At Least 6″

Less than

workpiece

thickness

NOT TO SCALE.

90°

30°-40°

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8. DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD

DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR REMOVED. Moving

guards must move freely and close instantly.

9. The use of accessories or attachments not

recommended by the manufacturer may

result in a risk of injury to persons.

10. When servicing use only identical replacement parts.

11. Only use safety equipment that has been approved

by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved

safety equipment may not provide adequate

protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-approved

and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved

for the specific hazards in the work area.

12. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool.

Do not use a power tool while you are tired or

under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

A moment of inattention while operating power

tools may result in serious personal injury.

13. Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.

14. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.

These carry important safety information.

If unreadable or missing, contact

Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

15. Avoid unintentional starting.

Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.

16. People with pacemakers should consult their

physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in

close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause

pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.

17. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,

sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction

activities, contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer and birth defects or

other reproductive harm. Some examples of these

chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other

masonry products

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated

lumber

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending

on how often you do this type of work. To reduce

your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well

ventilated area, and work with approved safety

equipment, such as those dust masks that are

specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)

18. WARNING: The cord of this product contains

lead and/or di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP),

chemicals known to the State of California

to cause cancer, and birth defects or other

reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)

19. The warnings, precautions, and instructions

discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all

possible conditions and situations that may occur.

It must be understood by the operator that

common sense and caution are factors

which cannot be built into this product,

but must be supplied by the operator.

Vibration Safety

This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or

long-term exposure to vibration may cause

temporary or permanent physical injury,

particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.

To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:

1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an

extended period should first be examined by a

doctor and then have regular medical check-ups

to ensure medical problems are not being caused

or worsened from use. Pregnant women or

people who have impaired blood circulation to

the hand, past hand injuries, nervous system

disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should

not use this tool. If you feel any medical or

physical symptoms related to vibration (such as

tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),

seek medical advice as soon as possible.

2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces

the blood supply to the hands and fingers,

increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.

3. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there

is a choice between different processes.

4. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.

5. Grip workpiece as lightly as possible (while still

keeping safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.

6. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as

explained in this manual. If any abnormal

vibration occurs, stop use immediately.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Specifications

Electrical Requirements 110 VAC / 60 Hz / 10.54 Amps (With Load)

Motor Size: 1 HP / Single Phase

Motor RPM: 3450

Spindle Speed: 11,000

Power Cord Length: 70″

Power Cord Specifications: SJT 16 AWG x 3C

Plug Type: 3 Prong / Grounded

Spindle Diameter

1/2″

Spindle Thread 12mm x 1.5 pitch, fine thread

Spindle Travel

7/8″

Router Collets ¼″ and ½″ (included)

Maximum Cutting Diameter 2-7/8″

Table Size

24″ Wide x 19″ Deep

Footprint 18-7/8″ Wide x 16-5/8″ Deep

Miter Guide 0 ~ 60° Left to Right

Fence Dimensions

9/16″ Long x 11-3/4″ Wide x 2-3/4″ High (Qty. 2)

Overall Dimensions

26-1/8″ Long x 27-1/2″ Wide x 36-1/2″ High

Gross Weight 187.5 Lb.

Setup - Before Use:

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this

manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:

Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet

before performing any procedure in this section.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,

refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.

Assembly/Mounting

Stand Assembly

CARRIAGE BOLTS (9)

3/8″ FLAT WASHERS (10)

NUTS (11)

SIDE PANEL

(1)

SIDE PANEL

(1)

TIE BAR

(2)

TIE BAR

(2)

RUBBER FEET

(3)

Figure A

1. Lay one Side Panel (1) on the floor and attach

the Tie Bars (2) with the Carriage Bolts (9),

3/8″ Flat Washers (10), and Nuts (11). Do not

fully tighten the Bolts and Nuts at this time.

Figure B

2. Attach the second Side Panel (1) to the assembly.

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Figure C

3. Attach the four Rubber Feet (3) to the

bottom of the Side Panels (1).

4. Place the Wood Shaper’s Work Table (52) upside

down on two sturdy blocks that are at least 3-1/2″

off the floor. Make sure the Spindle (105)

DOES NOT touch the floor or the weight of

the Wood Shaper may damage the Spindle.

STAND ASSEMBLY

WORK TABLE

(52)

(28)

Figure D

5. Place the Stand assembly on the Wood

Shaper and attach it with the Carriage

Bolts (9), 3/8″ Flat Washers (10), and Nuts

(11). Then have an assistant help you

turn the Wood Shaper unit upright.

6. Level the Wood Shaper with a carpenter’s level. If

necessary, move the Stand slightly until it is level.

Then, tighten all Bolts and Nuts on the Stand.

Optional Table Spacer Installation

1. Your shaper comes with a Table Spacer Installation

Kit that will enable you to make shallow cuts and

utilize the upper blade area of most router bits

with standard-length shanks. This is an optional

feature that is not required for most applications.

2. Unplug the shaper power cord. Remove the

four table corner Bolts (66), then remove

the three Spindle Housing Bolts (95). Lift

the Table (52) off of the stand assembly.

3. Locate the package, (included with your shaper),

that contains all the hardware for installing the

spacers. There should be five M12 Long Bolts

(151), two M12 Short Bolts (152) and seven

1/2″ Spacers (150). Position one spacer over

each of the four corner bolt holes and one over

each of the three spindle housing bolt holes.

4. Carefully place the Table (52) over the Table Legs

(28). Secure the Table (52) using two Short Bolts

(152) and washers (65) in the front of the shaper,

and five Long Bolts (151) and Washer (65) for

the rear corners and for the spindle housing.

Installing The Fences

Using the Cross Head Screws (12) and Washers

(13), install each Fence (60) to the Right and Left

Fence Bodies (57, 59). Make sure the Screwheads

are countersunk completely below the surface

of the Right and Left Fence Bodies (57, 59).

RIGHT FENCE BODY

(not Shown)

(57)

LEFT FENCE BODY

(59)

FENCE

(60)

CROSS HEAD SCREWS (12)

WASHERS (13)

Figure E

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Installing The Safety Guard

1. Connect the Hold Down Bar (77) to the Hex Post

(79) with two Bolts (75) and two Flat Washers (76).

2. Connect the Hold Down Bar (77) to the

Ring Guard (85) with two Cross Head

Screws (78) and two Nuts (84)

3. Position the Hold Down Bar (77) and Ring Guard

(85) on the Housing Bracket (87) and install the

Hex Post (79) on the Mounting Bracket (82).

HOLD DOWN BAR

(77)

RING GUARD

(85)

MOUNTING

BRACKET (82)

HOUSING

BRACKET

(87)

CROSS HEAD SCREWS (78)

NUTS (84)

Figure F

Installing The Spindle

1. Remove any oil, grease, dirt and debris from the

Spindle (105), Draw Bar (121), and Spindle Housing

(110) surfaces before installing the Spindle.

2. Thread one end of the Draw Bar (121)

into the bottom end of the Spindle (105)

approximately 10 to 15 turns until tight.

DRAW BAR

(121)

SPINDLE

(105)

Figure G

3. Insert the Spindle/Draw Bar assembly

into the Spindle Housing (110) from the

top side of the Work Table (52).

SPINDLE HOUSING

(110)

Figure H

4. Thread the tapered Draw Bar Nut (122) onto

the end of the Draw Bar (121) under the

Work Table (52), making sure the tapered

side of the Nut is facing upward.

DRAW BAR NUT

(122)

Figure I

5. Place a wrench (not included) on the

top end of the Spindle (105).

6. Using an open-end wrench (not included),

tighten the Draw Bar Nut (122) while

holding the Spindle (105) securely. DO

NOT over-tighten the Draw Bar Nut.

DRAW BAR NUT

(122)

SPINDLE (105)

Figure J

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Router Bit Assembly

1. Prior to installation, remove any oil, grease,

dirt and debris from the Collet (103/104),

Draw Bar (121), and Spindle Housing (110)

surfaces before installing a Router Bit.

2. Remove the Spindle (105) if installed,

follow the reverse of instructions from page 9.

SPINDLE HOUSING (110)

Figure K

3. Insert the selected Collet (103/104)

into the Collet Nut (102), broad end first,

until it snaps together.

Figure L: Collet Assembly

4. Insert the Collet assembly into

the Spindle Housing (110), and

thread it into place by hand.

5. Insert the Router Bit (not included) into

the center of the Collet (103/104).

6. Hold the flat edge on the Spindle Housing (110)

with the Arbor Wrench (146), and

tighten the Collet Nut (102).

COLLET NUT

(102)

ROUTER BIT

SPINDLE HOUSING

FLAT EDGE

(not included)

COLLET (103, 104)

Figure M

7. Rotate the assembly by hand, making sure the

Collet (103/104) and bit rotate freely on center.

8. WARNING! When using a Router Bit, operate

the Wood Shaper only in a counterclockwise

direction. Router Bits are designed to cut in the

counterclockwise direction only. DO NOT operate

the Wood Shaper in the clockwise direction.

If this warning is ignored, the workpiece can

kickback. The Collet Nut (102) can loosen and

throw the Router Bit, causing severe injury.

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Adjustment Instructions

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:

Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet

before performing any procedure in this section.

Fence Positioning

1. The two Fences (60) are independently adjustable

to allow for different shaping tasks. The Fences

(60) can be set at different positions to remove

material from the entire edge of the wood stock or

set at the same position to shape part of the edge.

2. Loosen the Lock Handle (61).

3. Adjust the position of the Fence (60)

by turning the Knob (64).

4. Once the Fence (60) is in the desired

position, re-tighten the Lock Handle (61).

FENCE

(60)

FENCE

(60)

LOCK HANDLE

(61)

KNOB

(64)

Figure N

Fence Alignment

1. To align the Fences (60) so they are parallel with

each other, use a straightedge that is long enough

to span the entire length of the two Fences (60).

2. If the Fences (60) are not parallel,

place shims (not included) between the

back of the Fence and the face of the

Right or Left Fence Body (57, 59).

FENCE (60)

FENCE

(60)

STRAIGHTEDGE

(NOT INCLUDED)

Figure O

Table Inserts

1. Table Inserts (53, 53A) are used to reduce

wood chips falling into the machine which could

cause flying debris. Using the smallest Table

Insert also covers any unused portion of the bit

below the surface of the Work Table (52).

2. Position, and snap in the

Table Insert (53, 53A) you wish to use.

3. Make sure the Table Insert (53, 53A) is seated

and flush with the Work Table (52) surface.

TABLE INSERT

(53, 53A)

WORK TABLE

(52)

Figure P

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Belt Adjustment

The Wood Shaper uses a Belt (123) on

two Pulleys (113, 127) to compensate for

different Belt positions as the Spindle (105)

height is adjusted. To adjust the V-Belt:

Loosen the two Hex Head Screws (134).

Slide the Motor (129) position to increase

or decrease V-Belt (123) tension, so that

the Belt is snug with about 1/4″ deflection

when pressed lightly with your finger. Then,

retighten the Hex Head Screws.

V-BELT (123)

HEX HEAD SCREW

(134)

MOTOR (129)

Cutter Direction

1. The Wood Shaper is capable of operating in two

directions by the use of the Forward/Reverse

Switch (144). It is very important that the

workpiece be fed against the direction of

the Cutter rotation. (Cutter not included)

2. When the Forward/Reverse Switch (144) is

pointing to the FWD position, the Spindle

(105) and Cutter rotate counterclockwise.

3. When the Forward/Reverse Switch (144)

is pointing to the REV position, the Spindle

(105) and Cutter rotate clockwise.

4. Always try to operate the Wood Shaper so the wood

is cut from the underside. Underside cutting is much

safer for the operator because when the wood is

cut on the top side, the Cutter can lift and grab the

wood and cause possible injury to the operator.

FORWARD/REVERSE SWITCH

(144)

Figure Q

Cutter Installation:

1. Slide the Cutter (not included) onto the

Spindle (105), making sure the rotation is

correct for the specific application.

2. Place the required spacers, also called

Rub Collars (98, 99, 100), onto the Spindle (105).

RUB COLLARS

(98, 99, 100)

SPINDLE (105)

CUTTER

(NOT INCLUDED)

Figure R

3. Install the Keyed Washer (97) and Upper Spindle

Nut (96) securely. Tighten the Upper Spindle

Nut with an open-end wrench while holding

the Spindle (105) at the top with a smaller

open-end wrench (both sold separately).

KEYED

WASHER (97)

UPPER

SPINDLE NUT

(96)

Figure S

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WRENCH

UPPER

SPINDLE NUT

(96)

Figure T

4. Check to make sure the Cutter (not included)

will rotate in the correct direction.

Setting Spindle Height

1. Correct Spindle (105) height is crucial to most

shaping applications. Make sure to use a piece

of scrap wood to confirm the correct Spindle

height before cutting expensive lumber.

2. Loosen the Spindle Hand Knob (92) located

on the side of the Wood Shaper.

SPINDLE

HAND KNOB

(92)

Figure U

3. Move the Spindle Height Knob (120) to the right to

raise the Spindle (105) or to

the left to lower the Spindle (105).

SPINDLE

HEIGHT KNOB

(120)

Figure V

4. Retighten the Spindle Hand Knob (92) on the side of

the Wood Shaper. DO NOT overtighten the Knob.

Only a small amount of tension is needed to keep

the Spindle (105) from moving during operation.

Rub Collars

1. When shaping workpieces that have irregular

shapes, Rub Collars (98, 99, 100) are a

necessity. Some examples of when you would

use a Rub Collar are raising arched or tombstone

door panels, round table tops, or any other cut

that needs to have its depth of cut limited.

2. There are three set-up positions for

Rub Collars (98, 99, 100):

a. Above the Cutter: This set-up is the safest

and produces a most consistent result.

The only drawback is that the cut is on the

underside of the workpiece, out of view of

the operator. However, if the workpiece

lifts off the Work Table (52) you simply run

it through a second time to finish the cut.

ABOVE

RUB COLLAR

(98, 99, 100)

CUTTER

Figure W

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b. Between two Cutters: This set-up has the

advantage of making two profile cuts in a single

pass. Although there is a Rub Collar (98, 99,

100) beneath a Cutter, this set-up is safer than

the previous set-up. Any lifting of the workpiece

will still cause the Cutter to make an uneven

cut. A second pass will correct the profile on the

bottom edge, but the top profile will still have the

gouge from lifting the workpiece into the Cutter.

BETWEEN

RUB COLLAR

(98, 99, 100)

CUTTER

Figure X

c. Below the Cutter: This set-up allows the cut

to be viewed by the operator. However, it is

also the most dangerous. Any slight lifting of

the workpiece will cause the Cutter to make

too deep of a cut. There is also increased

risk of kickback. It is NOT recommended to

shape with a Rub Collar below the Cutter.

NOT RECOMMENDED

BELOW

RUB COLLAR

(98, 99, 100)

CUTTER

Figure Y

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Operating Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this

manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Tool Set Up

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:

Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet

before performing any procedure in this section.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:

DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR REMOVED.

Moving guards must move freely and close instantly.

1. Once assembly is complete and all adjustments

have been made, the Wood Shaper is ready for start

up. Always pay attention to any unusual noises

and vibrations on every start up, as well as making

sure the Wood Shaper operates as intended.

2. Make sure the Fences (60), any accessories,

jigs, Spindle Cutter, or Router Bit Collet Nut (102)

being used are tight and no loose items are on

the Work Table (52).

3. Make sure the Forward/Reverse Switch (144) is

set to the correct direction for the Cutter installed.

4. Plug the Wood Shaper’s Power Cord (22)

into the nearest 110 volt, grounded, electrical

outlet. Then, start the Wood Shaper by flipping

the Power Switch (5) to the “ON” position.

5. Once the machine is running, listen for any

unusual noises. The Wood Shaper should

run smoothly with little or no vibrations.

WARNING! If there is an unusual noise or

vibration, shut off the machine immediately. DO

NOT use the Wood Shaper any further until the

problem(s) is corrected. If the problem(s) continues

and cannot be easily identified, have a qualified

service technician check out the machine.

To Set Up The Wooden Fences For Straight Shaping

1. Because the Wood Shaper’s Fences (60) are

independently adjustable, you can set up the

machine to cut part or all of the workpiece edge.

2. WARNING! DO NOT use the Miter Gauge

(45) in conjunction with the Fences (60). The

Fences may not be parallel to the miter slot,

and binding of the workpiece could result.

3. To set up the Fences (60) for cutting

material from the whole edge of the

workpiece, follow the steps below.

4. Loosen the Lock Handle (61).

5. Turn the Hand Knob (68) and adjust the

infeed Fence (60) until the workpiece contacts

the Cutter at the desired location.

6. Tighten the Lock Handle (61) to lock

the infeed Fence (60) in position.

FENCE

(60)

INFEED SIDE

LOCK HANDLE

(61)

HAND KNOB

(68)

FENCE

(60)

OUTFEED SIDE

Figure Z

7. Adjust the outfeed Fence (60) so that it

is located as far back from the front of

the Work Table (52) as possible.

8. Turn on the Wood Shaper.

9. Using a piece of scrap wood, advance the workpiece

8″ into the Cutter and turn off the machine. DO NOT

remove the workpiece from the infeed Fence (60).

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10. Once the Cutter has come to a complete stop,

adjust the outfeed Fence (60) so that it just touches

the newly cut edge of the workpiece. Always follow

the direction of feed as shown in Figure AA.

11. Check to make sure all Aluminum Fence

Lock Handles (61) are tight before

proceeding to finish the cut.

DIRECTION OF FEED

OUTPUT FEED

(GUARD NOT SHOWN FOR CLARITY)

INPUT FEED

Figure AA

To Set Up The Aluminum Fences For Partial Edge Removal

1. WARNING! ALWAYS use the aid of a jig

(not included) when shaping small or narrow

workpieces. A jig will reduce the chance of your

hands coming into contact with the Cutter.

2. Loosen the Lock Handle (61).

3. Turn the Hand Knob (68) and adjust the

infeed Fence (60) until the workpiece contacts

the Cutter at the desired location.

4. Retighten the Lock Handle (61) to lock

the infeed Fence (60) in position.

5. Adjust the outfeed Fence (60) so that it comes into

alignment with the infeed Aluminum Fence (60).

6. Place a straight edge against the infeed and

outfeed Aluminum Fences (60) to check

alignment. Once they are both in alignment,

make sure the Lock Handle (61) is tightened.

7. Always feed the wood against the rotation of

the Cutter. Also, examine the grain on the side

edge of the board. Whenever possible, run the

board so the Cutter is cutting with the grain.

GUARD NOT SHOWN FOR CLARITY

DIRECTION OF FEED

OUTPUT

FEED

INPUT

FEED

Figure AB

GUARD NOT SHOWN FOR CLARITY

DIRECTION OF FEED

Figure AC

Workpiece and Work Area Set Up

1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.

The work area must not allow access by children

or pets to prevent distraction and injury.

2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach

the work area without creating a tripping hazard or

exposing the power cord to possible damage. The

power cord must reach the work area with enough

extra length to allow free movement while working.

3. There must not be objects, such as utility lines,

nearby that will present a hazard while working.

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Freehand Shaping

1. Freehand shaping is shaping without the aid of

the Miter Gauge (45) or Aluminum Fences (60).

The most dangerous part of shaping freehand is

beginning the cut, where the Cutter first contacts

the workpiece. Often, the workpiece will tend to

jerk or kickback, catching the operator off guard.

2. To reduce this tendency, use a Taper Pin (56). The

Taper Pin allows you to anchor and slowly pivot

the workpiece into the Cutter as the cut is started.

Thus, shaping freehand is more stable and safer.

WARNING! ALWAYS use an auxiliary jig (not

included) and extreme care when shaping with

the Fences (60) removed. Freehand shaping

often requires you to remove the Fences, resulting

in reduced protection from the Cutter.

TAPER PIN

(56)

SWING

FEED

WORKPIECE

ROTATION

RUB COLLAR

(98, 99, 100)

Figure AD

3. To set up the Wood Shaper for freehand shaping,

remove the Fences (60) from the machine.

4. Insert the Taper Pin (56) in the best suited hole on

the Work Table (52) so you can feed the workpiece

into and against the rotation of the Cutter.

5. Install the Cutter so it will cut in the correct

direction. Then, adjust the Spindle (105) height.

6. Install the Ring Guard (85). DO NOT use the

Wood Shaper without the Ring Guard installed.

7. Use a supplemental hold-down jig (not

included), or you can use rubberized-handle

push blocks (not included) to support or guide

the workpiece and protect your hands.

8. Place the workpiece against the Taper Pin (56).

9. Slowly pivot and feed the workpiece into the

Cutter. Avoid starting the cut on the corner

of the workpiece as kickback could occur.

Once the cut is started, the workpiece should

be pulled away from the Taper Pin (56).

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Pattern Shaping

1. Sometimes the location of the Taper Pin (56)

holes on the Work Table (52) will not always be

in the safest position. You can clamp a piece of

scrap wood to the Work Table so the edge of the

scrap wood can be used as the starting support.

2. The use of patterns (templates) allows identical

parts to be cut with speed and accuracy. Shaping

with a pattern begins by attaching a prefabricated

template to the rough workpiece. The edge of

the template rides against a Rub Collar (98, 99,

100) on the Spindle (105) as the Cutter cuts the

matching profile on the workpiece edge. Also,

you can incorporate extra features into the

template assembly (such as toggle clamps - not

included) to hold the workpiece or you can use

custom guards for safety and protection.

CAUTION! Make sure to design jigs and fixtures

so screws and clamps DO NOT contact the Cutter

and the workpiece is held securely to the jig. The

jig must be stable on the Work Table (52).

3. To make a template, design the assembly

so that cutting will occur underneath the

workpiece. Make sure screws or clamps will

not come into contact with the Cutter.

4. Make handles for safety and control.

5. Use materials that will move easily across the Work

Table (52) surface and Rub Collar (98, 99, 100).

6. Remember to consider the Cutter and Rub Collar

(98, 99, 100) diameter when making the pattern.

7. Install hold-down clamps (not included) at three

sides of the pattern assembly, or screw the pattern

assembly to the back side of the workpiece.

SCRAP WOOD

PUSH BLOCK

(NOT INCLUDED)

Figure AE

TEMPLATE

RUB COLLAR (98, 99, 100)

Figure AF

WARNING! To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and unplug the tool from

its electrical outlet after use. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.

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Maintenance and Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must

be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:

Turn the Power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet

before performing any procedure in this section.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:

Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration

occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication

1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general

condition of the tool. Check for:

• loose hardware,

• misalignment or binding of moving parts,

• cracked or broken parts,

• damaged electrical wiring, and

• any other condition that may

affect its safe operation.

2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces

of the tool with clean cloth.

3. Periodically, wear ANSI-approved

safety goggles and NIOSH-approved

breathing protection and blow dust out of

the motor vents using dry compressed air.

4. To store, keep the machine in a clean,

dry, safe location out of reach of children

and other unauthorized people.

5. WARNING! If the supply cord of this

power tool is damaged, it must be replaced

only by a qualified service technician.

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Reason Possible Solution

The Wood Shaper does not

start or the circuit breaker trips.

Electrical supply circuit has low

voltage or high resistance.

Make sure machine is plugged into a working,

110 volt, grounded, electrical outlet.

The Wood Shaper runs slow. 1. Electrical supply circuit has low

voltage or high resistance.

2. The V-Belt is slipping.

1. Make sure machine is plugged

into a working, 110 volt,

grounded, electrical outlet.

2. Adjust V-Belt tighter, or replace Belt.

The Wood Shaper

vibrates. The

Spindle is loose. Or the

Cutter “chatters”.

1. The Stand of the Wood Shaper

is unstable and wobbles.

2. The Spindle or Cutter is

loose or out of alignment.

3. The Wood Shaper has a loose

Motor or Spindle Cartridge.

1. Stabilize the Stand on the floor.

2. Reinstall the Spindle and/or Cutter.

3. Have a qualified service technician

check Motor and/or Spindle Cartridge.

The Forward/Reverse Switch

does not operate properly.

Defective Forward/Reverse

Switch.

Immediately turn off machine and unplug

it from its electrical outlet. Do not operate

machine until a qualified service technician

repairs or replaces Forward/Reverse Switch.

The Power Switch does

not turn off Machine.

Defective Power Switch. Immediately unplug machine from its

electrical outlet. Do not operate machine

until a qualified service technician

repairs or replaces Power Switch.

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.

Disconnect power supply before service.

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Harbor Freight Tools 1 Horsepower Wood Shaper User manual

Brand: Harbor Freight Tools

Model: 1 Horsepower Wood Shaper

Category: Power tools

Type: User manual

Some of the possible use cases for the Harbor Freight Tools 1 Horsepower Wood Shaper include:

Cutting moldings and trim
Shaping edges of boards
Creating decorative cuts

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